Europe Bound
It’s on!
In roughly one week’s time I’m off to Europe with Dan. We’ll be hitting Eastern Europe, as Dan served in the Peace Corp, and wants to head back to his host country, Moldova, and I want to brag about capitalism defeating communism. Moldova, in particular, apparently hasn’t gotten the word, as they are still communist.
It should be a fun trip, with a bunch of bouncing around. I won’t actually be following Dan all the way to Moldova, as it takes an entire day of travel to get in & out of the country. Instead, I’ll be doing a quick stop in Rome before heading home.
Here’s the rough agenda:
Oct 9: Arrive in London
Oct 10: London
Oct 11: London
Oct 12: Travel to Prague
Oct 13: Prague
Oct 14: Budapest
Oct 15 (my birthday): Cluj
Oct 16: Brashov
Oct 17: Bukarest
Oct 18: Dan to Moldova, me to Rome
Oct 19: Rome
Oct 20: Rome
Oct 21: Rome
Oct 22: Rome
Oct 22: Head to LA
Obviously, due to the bouncing around in Eastern Europe, I’ll need to pack somewhat light. Any advice on what to take? Any “must sees” along the way?
September 30th, 2005 at 11:50 am
You should pick up “Rick Steve’s Guide to Rome”. His books are great and will give you good advice in terms of what to see. He also gives good tips in general about travel in whatever country you are in. I would also get an Italian/English vocabulary book. I have heard the Italian’s don’t speak much English. Take LOTS of pictures and I know you will have a great time. I wish I could fit in your suitcase:)
Also, be sure to make photo copies of your passport/Drivers License and keep it in your luggage. It is a good safety net if your wallet were to get stolen.
October 7th, 2005 at 9:11 am
Rome is a great walking city. I recommend skipping cabs and buses between destinations.
One site often ignored by guidebooks is the subterranean crypt under Santa Maria della Concezione (Via Veneto 27) not far from Piazza Barberini. Five rooms beneath the church contain the skeletal remains of 4,000 Capuchin monks, arranged in hearts and rosettes. It is a must see and an amazing work of “burial art”. Unfortunately, pictures are not permitted.